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Nostalgic Libation

Spiked retro soda flavors offer the ultimate nostalgic indulgence

Implications - Consumers are embracing drinkable nostalgia in the form of retro sodas spiked for the ultimate escape from "adulting." Also highlighting the desire for familiar flavors in adventurous formats, this progression speaks to the role nostalgia can play in the contemporary pursuit of meaning in everyday experiences such as eating and drinking.
Workshop Question - What elements of nostalgia can you consider incorporating into the experience of your product?
Trend Themes
1. Drinkable Nostalgia - Consumers are embracing nostalgia in the form of retro sodas spiked with alcohol.
2. Fruity Alcoholic Drinks - Alcoholic fruit sodas, such as grape and cherry, are gaining popularity among consumers seeking sweet beverages with a hint of nostalgia.
3. Artisanal Boozy Sodas - Brands are introducing artisanal boozy sodas as a flavorful alternative to beer for health-conscious consumers who prefer lighter, sweeter drinks.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage - The beverage industry can capitalize on the growing trend of nostalgic and fruity alcoholic sodas.
2. Craft Brewing - Craft brewers can incorporate botanicals and natural flavors to create unique alcoholic soda flavors that appeal to adventurous consumers.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Companies can use retro revival concepts, such as the use of old-school glass bottles, to attract older consumers seeking nostalgia and younger consumers drawn to the retro look and feel.
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Featured Examples

Botanical Alcoholic Sodas
Botanical Alcoholic Sodas
This Alcoholic Root Beer Celebrates Traditional Brewing
Even though the ‘Not Your Father’s Root Beer’ boasts a number of old-fashioned elements, this alcoholic root beer product has been reinvented for the modern age. The product... MORE
Boozy Artisanal Adult Sodas
Boozy Artisanal Adult Sodas
The BEST DAMN Brewing Co. Released Two New Flavored Sodas
The Millennial demographic is reportedly consuming far less beer than generations before them, so brands are responding with products like the BEST DAMN Brewing Co. flavored sodas. Introducing two... MORE
Alcoholic Grape Sodas
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Henry's Hard Soda Now Makes a Grape Soda with 4.2% Alcohol
The newest addition to MillerCoors’ line of Henry’s Hard Soda revisits a classic childhood comfort—grape soda. The adult soda beverage boasts a grape flavor, “a subtle citrus... MORE
Retro Alcohol-Infused Sodas
Retro Alcohol-Infused Sodas
The Pop Shoppe Has Introduced 2 New Alcoholic Flavors
The revived retro Pop Shoppe soft drinks have taken a hard turn after the company released two new alcohol-infused flavors: Hard Cream Soda and Lime Ricky. The beloved discount pop from the 1970s... MORE
Boozy Cherry Sodas
Boozy Cherry Sodas
Henry's Hard Cherry Cola Adds an Alcoholic Kick to Fruit-Flavored Soda
Henry’s recently expanded its range of spiked sodas with the addition of Henry’s Hard Cherry Cola. Not only does the new drink cater to non-beer drinkers, but it is also meant to appeal... MORE
Flavorful Alcoholic Sodas
Flavorful Alcoholic Sodas
WG Brewing's Boozy New Soft Drinks Provide an Alternative to Beer
Building on the success of its Wild Root Alcoholic Root Beer and Wild Ginger Alcoholic Beer, WG Brewing has added two new alcoholic sodas to its product lineup. By combining the sugary-sweet taste... MORE

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